Solid Waste Fleet Maintenance Specialist

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide support to Solid Waste fleet maintenance operations; review documentation and prepare analysis of Solid Waste fleet vehicles; produce a variety of research and reports regarding fleet maintenance operations; participate in review of bids and proposals for purchasing maintenance services; and monitor fleet maintenance operations program performance.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Provide support to the Solid Waste fleet maintenance operations; coordinate service and maintenance activities for Solid Waste fleet vehicles; review vehicle and equipment specifications; coordinate installation of specialized equipment; review and analyze technology advances; may draft specifications as assigned; and participate in review of bids and proposals.

• Coordinate with risk management regarding accidents and total vehicle losses; gather data for report submission; may make recommendations as to preventive measures.

• Review documentation and prepare analysis of Solid Waste fleet vehicles; review maintenance system data; analyze cost per mile, miles per gallon, breakdown frequency, return factors, and pre-failure; make recommendations.

• Produce a variety of research and reports regarding fleet maintenance operations activities; perform research and analysis, prepare reports based on information gathered and/or trends identified; make recommendations; prepare and maintain records, files and computer-generated reports on fleet maintenance operations, vehicle usage, etc.

• Participate in review of bids and proposals for purchasing maintenance services; prepare abstract, financial impact, departmental recommendation of award; coordinate with vendor on information provided in procurement documents.

• Drive commercial class vehicles in the public right of way during delivery, pickup and road test.

• Prepare and review vehicle and equipment specifications for bid and/or warranty agreements; determine if unit meets described specifications during inspection of construction and/or repair(s).

• May participate in production conference, pre-bid hearings and inspections of units as built; prepare pre-award and post-delivery reports; forecast additional costs; etc.

• Participate in the implementation of goals and objectives for maintenance division; establish schedules and methods for providing fleet maintenance services; implement policies and procedures.

• Monitor fleet maintenance operations program performance; recommend and as instructed implement modifications to systems and procedures.

• Establish and maintain operational procedures for vendor relations; respond to various requests and inquiries made internally and externally by departments and vendors.

• Identify training requirements for Solid Waste Department employees; establish and conduct training programs specific to fleet operations.

• Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures within fleet maintenance operations; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; as directed implement improvements; maintain awareness of new developments in fleet maintenance operations.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings, seminars and training programs, stay abreast of new trends and innovations in fleet maintenance.

• May coordinate vendor training on equipment or vehicles.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, accounting, or finance; and
Five (5) years' experience in fleet maintenance and/or fleet program analysis; and
To include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Environmental: Office and shop environment; may travel from site to site; may perform outdoor inspections; exposure to computer screens, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals and toxic materials.
Physical: Essential and supplemental functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting and walking for prolonged periods of time, standing, bending and stooping; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.